Australian efforts to make air travel greener have received a major lift with the establishment of a Jet Zero Council and $30 million (US$20 million) in grants to support an eco-friendly fuel industry.
Airlines, airports, manufacturers, fuel suppliers and government agencies will team up to establish Australia as a global leader in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
The changes announced on Wednesday came as Australian start-up Dovetail, backed by regional airline Rex, also revealed plans to use hydrogen fuel-cell technology in its latest efforts to create zero-emission planes.
Federal Transport Minister Catherine King announced the launch of the Jet Zero Council and its membership following industry talks in February….